Values

Values

Our values are founded on an ancient and enduring covenant which provides a foundation for our actions and directs our behaviors:

Worship (T’filah): We encourage a worship environment that fosters spiritual growth and inclusiveness, and promotes active congregational leadership and participation;

Culture (Massoret V’moreshet): We are a nucleus for the local Jewish community: a welcoming, supportive, vibrant community that respects our heritage and provides a home for a diverse membership;

Lifelong Learning (M’dor L’dor): As a key part of our heritage and as an investment in the future of Judaism, we support interactive, collaborative learning for people of all ages in a variety of settings and across a broad range of topics;

Repair of the World (Tikkun Olam): We promote activist participation and leadership in local and regional social justice intiatives and charity (tzedakah);

Gladness and Joy (Simcha): We worship, gather, and celebrate together in an environment infused with happiness;

Caring and Kindness (Gmilut Chasadim): We are a community devoted to mutual support and compassion through all stages of life;

Commitment to Israel (Kesher L’Yisrael): We provide support for and education regarding the state of Israel.